Amtrak passengers using Raleigh’s Union Station will soon have access to lower-cost parking at the Dillon Parking Deck. A grant totaling more than $3.1 million will allow travelers to purchase a daily parking rate of $8 when buying their train tickets, compared to the standard $18 daily fee.
The difference in cost will be covered by funds from the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality grant, which is administered by the Federal Highway Administration. The funding breakdown includes $2.5 million in federal support, with additional contributions of $312,500 each from state sources and a local match provided by the City of Raleigh.
Parking activity related to this initiative will be monitored by The Car Park. The program aims to address increased demand for convenient parking options for Amtrak users and make travel more accessible.
According to the announcement, “Amtrak passengers will soon be able to take advantage of more affordable parking. When purchasing train tickets, passengers will have the option to lock in a reduced daily parking rate of just $8, a savings of more than 50 percent off the regular $18 daily rate.”
The start date for these changes has not yet been announced.
“Funding is provided by the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality grant from the Federal Highway Administration. Parking activity for the grant will be tracked by The Car Park. Funding is comprised of $2.5 million in federal funds, $312,500 in state funds and a $312,500 local match from the City,” according to officials.
The new pricing is intended to make it easier for Amtrak riders at Raleigh’s Union Station to find reliable parking without added financial burden.
